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Artist:	TRENTEMØLLER
Title:	Harbour Boat Trips 01: Copenhagen
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 001CD

Globetrotting Danish DJ/producer Anders Trentemøller presents his first-ever mix CD honoring Denmark's rich musical lineage, highlighting some of the greatest moments from his home country's most beloved talents, and also including many more international artists as well. Every once in a while, you might stumble upon a piece of music that speaks to you on such a high level, that it communicates with the very essence of the human self. Where throw-away pop music can be a time-filler, and often a time-killer, music with real integrity, depth and soul is the kind of thing we actually make time for. In that spirit, some of the Danish maverick's favorite songs are here, for those special, intimate moments that exist purely between sound and listener, with no interruptions. Taking inspiration from the transient, constant activity of Copenhagen's harbour, this mix also sees the heralded producer creating his own special edits along the journey. Launched along with a brand new label platform, HFN, Harbour Boat Trips 01: Copenhagen is full of magical melodies, inspiring lyrics, haunting musical sequences and openly honest emotions from four decades of music history. This collection ranges from wonderful singer-songwriter visions such as Emiliana Torrini's serene "Lifesaver," to swathing synth-scapes like Suicide's "Cheree," to low-slung electronic escapades such as Musclehead's freaky "Phosphorescence." There's a wealth of fantastic music on offer, not to mention some inspiring combinations of unlikely tracks and rare out-takes. The finale, a subtle mix between Copenhagen Collective and Soft Cell, really needs to be heard to be believed. Harbour Boat Trips 01 is a refreshingly unorthodox metropolitan meltdown of post-rock, neo-alternative and electronic bliss. Other artists include: Grouper, Gravenhurst, I Got You On Tape, Beach House, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Raveonettes, Nic Endo, The (Hypothetical) Prophets, David Garcet, Rennie Foster, Caribou, Four Tet, Khan, A Place To Bury Strangers, and Two Lone Swordsmen.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Young Again
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	HFN 002EP

Kasper Bjørke, one of Copenhagen's most renowned producers and DJs, gives a taste of his second album, Standing On Top Of Utopia, exclusively for HFN. Featuring the mesmerizing vocal talents of Jacob Bellens, and bundled along with 3 unmissable remixes from WhoMadeWho, Lopazz & Zarook and Serge Santiago, "Young Again" is a heart-warming tale of love and life. Kasper's unique instrumentation, catchy melodies and studio production finesse make him one of the most important young musicians emerging at the moment.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Alcatraz Remixes
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	HFN 003EP

Kasper Bjørke presents the first in a package of remixes from his Standing On Top Of Utopia (HFN 004CD/LP) full-length. "Alcatraz," featuring lyrics and vocals by Jacob Bellens, is a driving, piano-led story of ghosts and children, mysticism and funk. Jimpster turns in a detail-laden passage through twisting, turning, hi-end house and blissed-out effects. Kenton Slash Demon's trippy dub-house interpretation injects a slice of classic disco action with a healthy slab of '90s attitude. Also featuring a remix by Zombie Disco Squad.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Standing On Top Of Utopia
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 004CD

HFN music proudly presents its first artist release with Kasper Bjørke's second long-player, Standing On Top Of Utopia. Two years after his much-applauded solo debut In Gumbo (released on NYC-based Plant Music in 2007), Denmark's Kasper Bjørke is thriving in the heart of the Copenhagen electronic scene. After more than a decade as a busy producer and DJ, Kasper has released his work on labels such as Plant Music, Fine, Thugfucker and V2 Records, and in addition, received a Danish Music Award for "Best Producer" for the project Filur, which he still runs with his old friend Tomas Barfod. This album is an exciting, multi-genre journey through Kasper's mature, extravagant and richly musical mind. Lashings of glittering analog synthesizer jams, warm, throbbing post-disco trips, touching, heart-felt pop songs and dark electronic club tools are all present. Kasper really went to town on this album, and each track literally overflows with first-class studio and musical ability. Bursting with live instrumentation, tape deck overdubs and an unmissable finger-on-the-pulse atmosphere, it's a treat for the ears, and in fact, all the senses. Ten uplifting, melancholic, timeless and life-affirming songs lie in store. A veritable Danish entourage of vocalists including Louise Foo (Giana Factory) and Tomas Höffding (WhoMadeWho) are featured on the album, alongside a wide selection of guest musicians. Jacob Bellens (I Got You On Tape/Murder) wrote the song and contributed the vocals and lyrics on "Young Again," the first single to be lifted from the album, which will be remixed by WhoMadeWho, Tomboy, Serge Santiago, and Lopazz & Zarook. Other remixes will follow from Jimpster, Zombie Disco Squad, and Kenton Slash Demon.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Heaven
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	HFN 005EP

Kasper Bjørke is the Danish multi-talent whose beautiful, classic analog meets cutting-edge futuristic. Standing On Top Of Utopia (HFN 004CD/LP) kickstarted a revolution in post-electronic stylings. This remix package represents this whole-heartedly, with three outstanding remixes of "Heaven." Prins Thomas' "Diskomiks" version stretches out dreamily over 9 minutes in this timeless rearrangement, while Muzzle Flash adds a little more pressure for the dancefloors while still maintaining that slower, lazy vibe. Also includes a mix by Nicolas Jaar.

Artist:	DARKNESS FALLS
Title:	Darkness Falls
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	HFN 006EP

The Danish duo Darkness Falls is a new alternative rock duo -- a collaboration between Josephine Philip (vocals, keyboards) and Ina Lindgreen (guitar, bass). Their sound is rooted in rock tradition, with elements of post-punk, distant beats, and chanting, textured productions wrapped up with a passion for classic '60s twang guitar sounds. A beautiful mixture of charming pop and melancholy, this is feel-good music for 2011 and beyond. Produced by Trentemøller. This exquisite 4-track EP comes with a full-color printed innersleeve.

Artist:	DARKNESS FALLS
Title:	The Void
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	7"
Price:	$8.00
Catalog #:	HFN 008-7

Taken from their forthcoming debut album, the spellbinding Alive In Us (HFN 009CD/LP), Darkness Falls announces their next single, the melancholic and mysterious The Void. Featuring the heartwarming tones of lead singer Josephine Philip, who co-writes with band partner Ina Lindgreen, the whole album was produced by leading Danish composer and recording artist Anders Trentemøller. Trentemøller's touching "Piano Version" accompanies the original, drawing on the heartstrings as he does so well, with great sensitivity to the original.

Artist:	DARKNESS FALLS
Title:	The Void (Limited Edition)
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"+7"
Price:	$16.50
Catalog #:	HFN 008EP

Taken from their forthcoming debut album, the spellbinding Alive In Us (HFN 009CD/LP), Darkness Falls single, the melancholic and mysterious The Void. Featuring the heartwarming tones of lead singer Josephine Philip, who co-writes with band partner Ina Lindgreen, the whole album was produced by leading Danish composer and recording artist Anders Trentemøller. Remixes come from Trentemøller himself, alongside Clueless, Lightbluemover vs. Black Light Smoker, and Terje Bakke. This limited 12" version includes a free bonus 7" with the original track plus a Trentemøller piano version.

Artist:	DARKNESS FALLS
Title:	Alive In Us
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 009CD

Darkness Falls are the enchanting new Danish rock duo fresh from the ever-expanding Copenhagen music scene. The fruitful partnership of vocalist and keyboard player Josephine Philip, and Ina Lindgreen -- guitar and bass -- already brought us their first stunning EP Darkness Falls released in April 2011. Discovered by visionary producer Anders Trentemøller, Darkness Falls now announce their debut full length album -- Alive In Us - which is also produced by Trentemøller. A perfect modern fusion of melancholic melodies, '60s guitar twangs, haunting atmospheres and spaced-out pop, the album will whisk you away to a not-so-distant land of bittersweet harmony and musical contemplation. Guest musicians include Anders Trentemøller (drums, keyboards, strings), Jakob Høyer (The Raveonettes, Murder) (drums), Kim Las (vocals, guitar), Jeppe Brix (Chimes & Bells, Howl Baby Howl) (guitar), Anders Wallin (vocals) and Manoj Ramdas (The Raveonettes) (guitar).

Artist:	DARKNESS FALLS
Title:	Alive In Us
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	LP
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 009LP

LP version. Darkness Falls are the enchanting new Danish rock duo fresh from the ever-expanding Copenhagen music scene. The fruitful partnership of vocalist and keyboard player Josephine Philip, and Ina Lindgreen -- guitar and bass -- already brought us their first stunning EP Darkness Falls released in April 2011. Discovered by visionary producer Anders Trentemøller, Darkness Falls now announce their debut full length album -- Alive In Us - which is also produced by Trentemøller. A perfect modern fusion of melancholic melodies, '60s guitar twangs, haunting atmospheres and spaced-out pop, the album will whisk you away to a not-so-distant land of bittersweet harmony and musical contemplation. Guest musicians include Anders Trentemøller (drums, keyboards, strings), Jakob Høyer (The Raveonettes, Murder) (drums), Kim Las (vocals, guitar), Jeppe Brix (Chimes & Bells, Howl Baby Howl) (guitar), Anders Wallin (vocals) and Manoj Ramdas (The Raveonettes) (guitar). Includes a printed innersleeve with lyrics.

Artist:	HUMAN WOMAN
Title:	Delusional
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.50
Catalog #:	HFN 010EP

Human Woman is made up of two artists from Iceland; Gisli Galdur (aka Galdur) of Icelandic band Trabant, and producer Jón Atli Helgason (aka Sexy Lazer). Coming together in the studio, the pair has forged a fantastic fusion of modern electronic pop with their debut single, Delusional. Taking influences right across the board, the duo have cooked up a sensual, catchy indie-dance track that's pleasingly reminiscent of the '80s, yet carries a great modernism. Remixes by Kasper Bjørke, Vincenzo and Zev.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Lose Yourself To Jenny
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.50
Catalog #:	HFN 012EP

Kasper Bjørke is ready to release his second artist album on HFN music, entitled Fool. Amongst the plethora of quality on offer on the LP, there is "Lose Yourself To Jenny," one of a handful of songs that feature Jacob Bellens. The original version has a super-catchy melody line, where '80s new-beat and nu-wave meets modern studio charms. This 12" hosts a variety of outstanding remixes, from the likes of Axel Boman, Rebolledo, Till Von Sein and Maxxi Soundsystem.

Artist:	REPTILE YOUTH
Title:	Speeddance
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	7"
Price:	$8.00
Catalog #:	HFN 013EP

Reptile Youth are the bastard sons of psychedelic '60s soul, post-punk and synth-pop. This 7" is a bold statement of intent -- furious, sexy and provocative. In 3 minutes of high-octane pop-punk perfection, and propelled by Esben's elastic bass, "Speeddance" fires out of the traps with kinetic urgency, giving way to an anthemic, semi-deranged vocal hook. In a further homage to their punk forefathers, there is also a remake by Norwegian band Deathcrush.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Fool
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 014CD

The third album from Kasper Bjørke, Fool, is another tour de force in his signature production style. The versatile Copenhagen producer and DJ follows up on his successful sophomore solo album from 2010 Standing On Top Of Utopia (HFN 004CD/LP) that reached high acclaim from the international press and indie blogosphere. Like a vinyl record, the track list has been split into two sides: the pop-infused, vocal-based bittersweet love songs of the "Hungry Side" is halfway through taken over by an overture that leads into the darker and mainly instrumental "Foolish Side," containing spaced-out, psychedelic trips and no-wave disco voyages. Both moods however, fluently melt together as one coherent piece -- playful, yet clever -- and definitely Kasper's most ambitious album to date. Features vocals from Jacob Bellens (Murder and I Got You On Tape), Emma Acs (The Inbred Family) and Laidback.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Fool
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	HFN 014LP

LP version. The third album from Kasper Bjørke, Fool, is another tour de force in his signature production style. The versatile Copenhagen producer and DJ follows up on his successful sophomore solo album from 2010 Standing On Top Of Utopia (HFN 004CD/LP) that reached high acclaim from the international press and indie blogosphere. Like a vinyl record, the track list has been split into two sides: the pop-infused, vocal-based bittersweet love songs of the "Hungry Side" is halfway through taken over by an overture that leads into the darker and mainly instrumental "Foolish Side," containing spaced-out, psychedelic trips and no-wave disco voyages. Both moods however, fluently melt together as one coherent piece -- playful, yet clever -- and definitely Kasper's most ambitious album to date. Features vocals from Jacob Bellens (Murder and I Got You On Tape), Emma Acs (The Inbred Family) and Laidback. Includes download code.

Artist:	BJORKE, KASPER
Title:	Deep Is The Breath
Label:	HFN (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.50
Catalog #:	HFN 018EP

Kasper Bjørke continues his wild and ecstatic journey into the future of music. The second single to feature from his album Fool (HFN 014CD/LP) is the casually-cool "Deep Is The Breath." Ex-Murder and I Got You On Tape vocalist Jacob Bellens features alongside Emma Acs in the tantalizing original. A typical mixture of throbbing electronic pop and heartfelt songwriting, this first taste of Fool is sure to alight your curiosities. Remixes by Permanent Vacation, PillowTalk featuring Tone Of Arc and Hannulelauri Male.

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